When the economy is doing poorly, gold prices are usually high. At times like these, many people holding gold bullion are eager to "cash out" and take their profits. Gold bullion tends to be a long-term investment. People buy it without thinking about when they will sell. Others inherit gold bullion. It can be owned by a family for generations before being sold. As a result, many people don't know how to sell gold bullion.
Examine the kind of gold bullion you have. The most popular form of gold bullion is 1 oz. rounds. These resemble gold coins but are not monetized. They are issued by government mints around the world. Most notable are the United States, South Africa, Austria, Australia, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and China. These 1 oz. gold coins are the easiest to sell since every coin dealer accepts them. Gold bullion bars and coins that are a fraction of 1 oz. may be more difficult to sell.